Meditation's Impact on Neuroplasticity: Unveiling the Anatomical, Physiological and Clinical Changes- A Meta-Analysis
Journal of Bahria University Medical and Dental College April 10, 2026 Afshan Iftikhar
Meditation is associated with measurable changes in brain structure and function, including increased plasticity in the prefrontal cortex and hippocampus, improved attentional network activity, and reduced dominance of the default mode network. Physiological markers such as higher BDNF and lower inflammatory indices also show positive trends. Psychological and cognitive improvements accompany these changes. The analysis, based on eight randomized or controlled studies published between January 2018 and April 2025, found significant effects across all studied domains, though heterogeneity was high.